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Best Things to Do in New York City

Featured New York City Travel Tips
  • Head to DUMBO to see the Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan
  • Go shopping in the SoHo neighbourhood
  • Visit the Bethesda Fountain and explore Central Park
  • Discover the Broadway District and Times Square
  • Take in the New York City skyline from Gapstow Bridge
  • Capture memories on a Flytographer photoshoot

Since 2013, Flytographer has captured millions of vacation photos all around the globe and know our customers have the best travel tips to share! Explore their favourite things to do in New York City, best restaurants in New York City, and general travel tips to get fresh inspiration and start planning your trip to New York City.

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Jennifer's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Little Italy! Buy a bottle of wine, dip some bread in olive oil and balsamic, and enjoy some authentic chicken parmesan!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

The Edge at Hudson Yards. The views are breathtaking and they have an area with a glass floor that you can look 100 floors down!

What is your best overall travel tip for New York City?

Wear comfortable shoes because you will be walking a lot! And book a photoshoot with Marilyn from Flytographer to capture your trip. All of our other photos are either missing the other person (so they can take our picture) or selfies.

Visited New York City in October

Photo Shoot Location: Central Park

Marilyn in New York City for Flytographer

Miriam's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Oiji Mi Rubirosa Nonna Dora’s

Visited New York City in March

Photo Shoot Location: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

Kari in New York City for Flytographer

Michael's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Guantanamera….great atmosphere and Vaca Frita and steak sandwiches were amazing!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Private tour at the 9/11 museum with Mike Empire State Building Flytographer photo session

Visited New York City in March

Photo Shoot Location: Gapstow Bridge & Skyline

Kari in New York City for Flytographer

Heather's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Central Park Keens Steakhouse No loynge

What is the best tip for celebrating your anniversary in New York City?

Hire Flytographer for memories

Visited New York City in February

Photo Shoot Location: Gapstow Bridge & Skyline

Anna in New York City for Flytographer

Will's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Tabernacle, Empire State Building

What is the best tip for a romantic getaway in New York City?

Books a hotel with a scenic view.

Visited New York City in February

Photo Shoot Location: Gapstow Bridge & Skyline

Anna in New York City for Flytographer

Kerry's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Bryant Park it’s where we were engaged and the Christmas village was magical!

Visited New York City in December

Photo Shoot Location: Times Square

Monika in New York City for Flytographer

Katherine's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best things to do in New York City?

If you are a Stranger Things fan, you'll LOVE Stranger Sings! So campy and fun!

Visited New York City in December

Photo Shoot Location: Gapstow Bridge & Skyline

Sehee in New York City for Flytographer

Vasthi's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

My favorite meal during my trip was breakfast at the Astor Court in the St. Regis Hotel. Everything was delicious and the staff was so friendly.

What are the best things to do in New York City?

I loved grabbing a drink at Cipriani Dolci inside Grand Central Terminal. Its location on the balcony gave a perfect view for people watching.

What is the best tip for a romantic getaway in New York City?

The Carnegie Hotel was a perfect spot for a romantic getaway. Cozy, great location, and wonderful service for a minimalist and adventurous couple.

Visited New York City in December

Photo Shoot Location: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

Monika in New York City for Flytographer

Ethan's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Smalls Jazz Club!!! Amazing and intimate experience with the best jazz in the city!! The musicians even gave us a shout out once they found out we were engaged!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Going to Central Park, drinks at the ritz, catching a Broadway show or seeing the Rockettes!!!

Visited New York City in December

Photo Shoot Location: Gapstow Bridge & Skyline

Monika in New York City for Flytographer

Lethea's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Carmines great food

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Rockettes Christmas show

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to New York City?

Luma hotel was a great location for families.

Visited New York City in December

Photo Shoot Location: Times Square

Monika in New York City for Flytographer

Sherry's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Our kids loved Color Factory in Soho!

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to New York City?

Take breaks, find a nearby drug store or grocery and grab quick breakfast for your stay if you don’t get free breakfast at your hotel, grab-and-go affordable lunches make dinner for a week much more affordable. Don’t be afraid of the subway (Google Maps is your best friend, and our kids loved to scan their own cards at each entry)!

Visited New York City in December

Photo Shoot Location: Gapstow Bridge & Skyline

Kari in New York City for Flytographer

Stacey's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

We loved our brunch in Little Owl which is in the bottom of the Friend’s apartment building, the French toast was delicious

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Walk the High Line, it was one of our favourites from our trip. We also loved biking in Central Park and walking through the North Woods. Even though the weather wasn’t the best when we were there was walked the Manhattan Bridge to Brooklyn and then the Brooklyn Bridge back to Manhattan and got some amazing views through the fog. And do the Top of the Rock, the views are incredible.

What is the best tip for a romantic getaway in New York City?

Walk walk and walk some more, it’s a great way to explore the city and find some hidden gems of restaurants and bakeries!

Visited New York City in December

Photo Shoot Location: Gapstow Bridge & Skyline

Anna in New York City for Flytographer

Lori's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Bar inside Edition Hotel

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Bryant Park Ice Skating

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to New York City?

Pace yourself

Visited New York City in December

Photo Shoot Location: Times Square

Anna in New York City for Flytographer

Santi's Travel Tips for New York City

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to New York City?

Little Island, Chelsea, great place to enjoy with kids. Ice Cream Museum, Soho. The Standard, bumper cars, next to the Highline, and eat in the cafe while kids enjoy.

Visited New York City in November

Photo Shoot Location: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

Sehee in New York City for Flytographer

Dakota's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

We loved Don Antonio's, best pizza!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Washington square garden was beautiful and great for people watching!

What is the best tip for celebrating your birthday in New York City?

Plan ahead and try to fit in as much as possible!

Visited New York City in November

Photo Shoot Location: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

Sehee in New York City for Flytographer

Ash's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Razza in Jersey City. Amazing Pizza

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Manhattan Bridge is a great sub for the crowded Brooklyn Bridge and gives great views of downtown and Brooklyn Bridge.

Visited New York City in November

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Sehee in New York City for Flytographer

Cherlyn's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Carmines, Joes Pizza, Johns Pizza

What is the best tip for celebrating your graduation in New York City?

DUMBO/Brooklyn bridge was a great spot for photos!

Visited New York City in November

Photo Shoot Location: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

Monika in New York City for Flytographer

Toni's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

I love Claudettes. The servers are always kind and very knowledgeable. The food is excellent as well!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

One of my favorite activities is to visit the Little Island. I

Hometown Shoot in November

Photo Shoot Location: Gapstow Bridge & Skyline

Monika in New York City for Flytographer

Shrushti's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Hangawi, Rosemary’s cafe , Ippudo , Chotte Miya in Chelsea market

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Brooklyn dumbo location ! Summit one Vanderbilt a must see for multisensory experience , Bryant park , Central Park , broadway shows

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to New York City?

Get a room with kitchenette , heavy duty stroller is a life saver and forget about their routine for a few days !

Visited New York City in November

Photo Shoot Location: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

Sehee in New York City for Flytographer

Annie's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Grimaldi pizza

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Riseny

What is the best tip for a romantic getaway in New York City?

Walk through Central Park and his hands

Visited New York City in November

Photo Shoot Location: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

Anna in New York City for Flytographer

Yessica's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

The food in NYC is amazing, we tried several spots like: Cafe Cluny, Cookshop, Etcetra-etcetera, Upland, cafe Luxemburg and they were all great.

What are the best things to do in New York City?

The stayed in Hudson Yards it is a brand new neighborhood, we visited the Vessel and the Edge, it has an amazing view of the city. Highly recommended.

What is the best tip for a romantic getaway in New York City?

Well, Brooklyn and Central Park are the best spots for romantic photos or getaways.

Visited New York City in November

Photo Shoot Location: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

Kari in New York City for Flytographer

Jena's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Favorite restaurants Jane in SOHO and Montesacro Pinseria and Pecoraro Latteria in Brooklyn.

What are the best things to do in New York City?

So many places to visit but we enjoy, but one of the most intense experiences was the 9/11 Memorial. Its a must see!

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to New York City?

Go see The Lion King and sit near the aisles! Our son loved it! Also meandering around Central Park is fun for a kid with lots of energy. The Natural History Museum has a shark exhibit and dinosaurs which is great for kids.

Visited New York City in October

Photo Shoot Location: Central Park

Jacqueline in New York City for Flytographer

Adelaide's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Make time to walk to Brooklyn Bridge.

Visited New York City in October

Photo Shoot Location: Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO

Kari in New York City for Flytographer

Krystyn's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Barn Joo 35 is a great little Korean restaurant in midtown. Aside from the authentic food and really cool vibe - their lunch menu is the most food I've ever had in the city for under $30. Highly recommend!

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Make time on your trip to head down to Chelsea Market. Aside from a wide variety of food stands, which are all amazing, there are so many cool shops to pick up souvenirs that are much more memorable than anything you would find in Times Square.

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to New York City?

Don't hold back! There are so many fun activities to do around New York City. Its a great place to learn, and if you just need a break, there's probably a playground within 3 blocks of anywhere you are.

Visited New York City in October

Photo Shoot Location: The High Line

Sehee in New York City for Flytographer

Mary's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Yakatori Totto was delicious and fun. Make reservations!

Visited New York City in October

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Monika in New York City for Flytographer

Josh's Travel Tips for New York City

What are the best places to eat and drink in New York City?

Caffe Reggio on MacDougal street is always a favourite. It feels like you are having your cup of coffee in a cozy time machine.

What are the best things to do in New York City?

Catch a comedy show at the Comedy Cellar, or take in a live performance at Bopeep speakeasy.

What is the best tip for a romantic getaway in New York City?

Escaping the city noise to Brooklyn heights and dumbo is a good change of pace. Catch the sunset at the Brooklyn heights promenade and make your way to dumbo for a romantic bite to eat by the water.

Visited New York City in October

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Sehee in New York City for Flytographer

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